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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mrs. Tilford react to Mary's visit?
(a) Joyously.
(b) Warily.
(c) Angrily.
(d) Happily.

2. Who questions Mary upon her arrival at the Tilford house?
(a) Mrs. Tilford.
(b) Mr. Tilford.
(c) The butler.
(d) The maid.

3. What does Mrs. Tilford decide to do after Mary persists in her claims about Karen and Martha?
(a) Investigate the claims.
(b) Send Mary back to school immediately.
(c) Demand the immediate resignation of the headmistresses.
(d) Ground Mary for lying.

4. Who reprimands Mary during her crying fit?
(a) Karen.
(b) Martha.
(c) Dr. Cardin.
(d) Mrs. Mortar.

5. What does Dr. Cardin tell Mary she must stop doing?
(a) Creating such turmoil at the school.
(b) Faking heart attacks.
(c) Biting her nails.
(d) Drinking beer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which girl does Mrs. Mortar chastise for tardiness?

2. What is the age range of the girls in the opening act?

3. What is the name of the school in THE CHILDREN'S HOUR?

4. The school was founded by ___________________.

5. How is Dr. Cardin related to Mary Tilford?

(see the answer key)

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